Giles Insurance Brokers has expanded its Scottish operation with the acquisition of Falkirk-based Crosbie & Jack.

Crosbie & Jack is one of the largest independent brokers in Scotland, with commercial specialisms including building trade, fleet, contractors, manufacturing, risk management and licensed and leisure industries.

The company is a family-run business established 40 years ago and controls approximately £20m in premium income.

It employs more than 60 staff across its four offices in Falkirk, Stirling, Aberdeen and Glasgow.

Michael Quinn, group managing director of Giles, said: "Crosbie & Jack is one of the strongest-performing independent brokers headquartered in Scotland and we are delighted it will be coming under the Giles umbrella.

"This acquisition complements and strengthens our strategic base in Scotland placing us at the very forefront of the industry north of the border."

Principal Gordon Crosbie will remain with the company as a Regional Managing Director responsible for Giles East of Scotland operation. Like Crosbie & Jack, Giles is headquartered in Scotland.